What year did you join the VFW? 2006

How long have you been an active member? 28 years

Eligibility (War, Medal/Ribbon): Iraqi Campaign Medal x 3, Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and Combat Infantry Badge

What branch of the military were you in? United States Army as Infantry, Transportation, and Signal Corp

How long did you serve? 27.5 years. Medically retired in 2022

Accomplishments in the VFW: All State/American Post commander, District Commander, State Sons of VFW chairman, State VOD chairman, MOC pup tent Seam Squirrel, MOC Grand All Star Commander, State Chaplain for 6 years

FAMILY LIFE: 

Married: Yes

Spouse's Name: Ramel 

Children: Four: Hailey, Jakob, Teresa, and Maria. And Three Grandchildren

Interesting Facts: Lifetime membership in National Guard Enlisted Association, Military Order of the Purple Heart and DAV, Bronze Legacy Lifetime membership in VFW Post 5951, Recipient of Order of State Maurice by the National Infantry Association. Membership in both the National Infantry Association and  United States Cavalry and Armor Association